Out with the Corvette, in with a 928!
12-04-2010, 04:31 PM
#31
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Mark, I'm really looking forward to it! Its gonna go to a hood home for sure.
James, you'll have to put them on the euro after seeing them on this car!
James, you'll have to put them on the euro after seeing them on this car!
12-07-2010, 08:19 PM
#33
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Curious if anyone has a 928 5-speed shift **** (GT/GTS) preferably laying around? The condition does not matter, so long as the rubber **** is in good condition. Oh, and a shifter button.
I am not sure if I need the shifter base though, I'll see if Mark knows if I need that or not.
I am not sure if I need the shifter base though, I'll see if Mark knows if I need that or not.
Last edited by Jon B.; 12-07-2010 at 08:38 PM.
12-07-2010, 11:51 PM
#34
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I had a Corvette for a very short period of time. It was (1994) I owned it in 2002. It was beautiful only had 40,000 miles on it. Fun to drive around town. But after driving it to Arizona with my son and half the time I had my son trying to locate rattles for me, I realized that the 928 was the car for me.
I admit, I do miss the Vette sometimes. The thought of it was more exciting than actually owning/driving it.
I admit, I do miss the Vette sometimes. The thought of it was more exciting than actually owning/driving it.
12-09-2010, 10:20 PM
#35
Drifting
Update!
I've been working my tail off on this thing; it's coming together really nicely. I didn't anticipate all of the hours I would be putting into this thing... I'm thinking I should have asked for more for it, Jon!
I thought I had a before picture of the interior (after I disassembled it, but hadn't done any work) on this SD card, but it must be on my other one. I'll post it when I find it.
Here is a list of what I have done to it thus far-
Interior:
-Replace rear quarters with super nice vinyl quarters
-Replace door panels with nice vinyl panels (no warped upper edge)
-Yank out all of the BS aftermarket stereo, rewire, install Alpine HU w/ 6.5" Alpine coaxials in rear quarters and 4.5" Rockford Fosgate coaxials in front panels
-New ashtray
-Replace glovebox door with a nicer one (Texas heat got to the original)
-Repair/reglue sides of center console
-Reglue sides of rear console
-Replace center console lower trim with low-mileage example
-Replace rear A/C switches with low-mileage examples
-Replace armrests with ones that don't have broken mounting holes
-Replace one of the rear visors
-Replace shift rod-one of the POs decided it would be a good idea to chop the top off for a custom "short shifter." Didn't work. Jon, that is why the top of the shift **** is broken off
-Remove old window tint (still have to get doors)
-Replace DS window motor
Engine bay:
-Replace all intake boots & hose clamps with low-mileage examples
-Replace ISV with a thoroughly-cleaned 68k mile ISV
-Clean MAF
-Sandblast and repaint upper belt covers
-Check belt (good), retension (was just a hair loose, still within spec)
-Replace upper fan shroud (original had a crack in it)
Other:
-New front spoiler (after paint is finished)
-Replace L&R mirror glass (right was missing, left cracked)
-Replace a few trim clips and such
-New OEM pads and rotors front and rear, repainted front calipers
Still to do:
-Paint front bumper, rear bumper, hood, front fenders, door handles
-Full detail & polish
-Realign front end
-Install a pair of VERY nice 8-way seats, almost zero wear on the bolsters
-A few other things I'm probably forgetting
-RMB
-Recover top of cassette holder
This car also has a half-inch thick stack of $18k in receipts for repair work since 2000, plus the modifications it has. TONS of new parts (I think Jon has this list if he wants to post it--I don't have it on this computer). This is a bad mamma jamma.
Attached are some "teaser" pics. MY02 5-spoke 996 wheels will be going on it. I have also attached some "before" shots of the car from the PO (who, by the way, deserves a punch in the face for several reasons). It will be almost complete by next Friday; I told Jon it would be done by then, but it is looking like I will need a little extra time. I'm too much of a perfectionist for my own good--I keep seeing small things I just have to fix before Jon gets the car. I'm working as hard as possible to get it done before Christmas.
I've been working my tail off on this thing; it's coming together really nicely. I didn't anticipate all of the hours I would be putting into this thing... I'm thinking I should have asked for more for it, Jon!
I thought I had a before picture of the interior (after I disassembled it, but hadn't done any work) on this SD card, but it must be on my other one. I'll post it when I find it.Here is a list of what I have done to it thus far-
Interior:
-Replace rear quarters with super nice vinyl quarters
-Replace door panels with nice vinyl panels (no warped upper edge)
-Yank out all of the BS aftermarket stereo, rewire, install Alpine HU w/ 6.5" Alpine coaxials in rear quarters and 4.5" Rockford Fosgate coaxials in front panels
-New ashtray
-Replace glovebox door with a nicer one (Texas heat got to the original)
-Repair/reglue sides of center console
-Reglue sides of rear console
-Replace center console lower trim with low-mileage example
-Replace rear A/C switches with low-mileage examples
-Replace armrests with ones that don't have broken mounting holes
-Replace one of the rear visors
-Replace shift rod-one of the POs decided it would be a good idea to chop the top off for a custom "short shifter." Didn't work. Jon, that is why the top of the shift **** is broken off
-Remove old window tint (still have to get doors)
-Replace DS window motor
Engine bay:
-Replace all intake boots & hose clamps with low-mileage examples
-Replace ISV with a thoroughly-cleaned 68k mile ISV
-Clean MAF
-Sandblast and repaint upper belt covers
-Check belt (good), retension (was just a hair loose, still within spec)
-Replace upper fan shroud (original had a crack in it)
Other:
-New front spoiler (after paint is finished)
-Replace L&R mirror glass (right was missing, left cracked)
-Replace a few trim clips and such
-New OEM pads and rotors front and rear, repainted front calipers
Still to do:
-Paint front bumper, rear bumper, hood, front fenders, door handles
-Full detail & polish
-Realign front end
-Install a pair of VERY nice 8-way seats, almost zero wear on the bolsters
-A few other things I'm probably forgetting
-RMB
-Recover top of cassette holder
This car also has a half-inch thick stack of $18k in receipts for repair work since 2000, plus the modifications it has. TONS of new parts (I think Jon has this list if he wants to post it--I don't have it on this computer). This is a bad mamma jamma.
Attached are some "teaser" pics. MY02 5-spoke 996 wheels will be going on it. I have also attached some "before" shots of the car from the PO (who, by the way, deserves a punch in the face for several reasons). It will be almost complete by next Friday; I told Jon it would be done by then, but it is looking like I will need a little extra time. I'm too much of a perfectionist for my own good--I keep seeing small things I just have to fix before Jon gets the car. I'm working as hard as possible to get it done before Christmas.
12-09-2010, 10:37 PM
#36
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
No fair on the TEASE! Dude, the interior in the rear looks great! I'll post a list of the other stuff that I got from Mark at some point. I'll probably start a new thread once it is in the garage as well. This car is going to be WELL worth the wait.
Mark, remember that I am off work starting the 17th. So, whenever you get done is fine by me, I am in NO hurry. I know you have lots of other stuff going on, and I really appreciate the time you are putting in!
Oh, seems Mark Anderson was saving me that shift ****. I'm going to have to call them tomorrow to get it sent to Paul down in TX.
Mark, remember that I am off work starting the 17th. So, whenever you get done is fine by me, I am in NO hurry. I know you have lots of other stuff going on, and I really appreciate the time you are putting in!
Oh, seems Mark Anderson was saving me that shift ****. I'm going to have to call them tomorrow to get it sent to Paul down in TX.
12-09-2010, 10:46 PM
#38
Drifting
It's on there, Jon. A little hard to tell from the blurriness. I also forgot to add that I will be redying the rear deck mat so it will match the rest of the carpet better.
12-09-2010, 10:55 PM
#39
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
The jumper post cover on the passenger side? Not there in the picture posted.
My wife just said that "we are getting a smokin' deal" on this car. I have to agree. You are putting a bunch of work into this car my friend, and if you are ever out this way I'll make sure you are taken care of. Any certain beer you drink? I gotta sweeten the pot somehow!
Oh, isn't the red key just the Valet key? Is there a regular set?
My wife just said that "we are getting a smokin' deal" on this car. I have to agree. You are putting a bunch of work into this car my friend, and if you are ever out this way I'll make sure you are taken care of. Any certain beer you drink? I gotta sweeten the pot somehow!
Oh, isn't the red key just the Valet key? Is there a regular set?
12-10-2010, 12:57 AM
#40
Nordschleife Master
I think some of the early model years did not have the plastic cover that you are thinking of Jon. Remember the '81 does not have that and I don't even thing BLUE82 has it, but I'll check... BLUE82 DOES have the full plastic cover. I guess those things just get lost on a regular basis over time then.
12-10-2010, 10:23 AM
#42
Drifting
Jon, I thought you were talking about the small brown plastic jump post cover. Didn't realize you meant that large black plastic piece. I definitely don't have one of those; in fact, no car I have gotten in has had one left on it. You are fine as long as the small brown cover is on the jump post.
About a "deal," I really think you are getting it for about market price. The issue with market price (coinciding with my rant in the "Did I buy the wrong car" thread), is that most cars have issues when sold. I just can't live with myself selling a car with issues. I probably wouldn't do too well for profit-to-hours spent if I did this for a living. To me, though, I need the money to put towards my new website venture. So having a buyer, now, instead of waiting around for someone to pay $1500 more for an indefinite amount of time, just isn't worth it. So we are both getting a "deal," depending on how you look at it. Furthermore, having someone force me to finish it will allow me to reap the returns much sooner. If you hadn't told me you wanted the car, I probably wouldn't have finished it until next summer!
I will take some brewskys, though! I'll drink just about anything, love me some craft brews.
About a "deal," I really think you are getting it for about market price. The issue with market price (coinciding with my rant in the "Did I buy the wrong car" thread), is that most cars have issues when sold. I just can't live with myself selling a car with issues. I probably wouldn't do too well for profit-to-hours spent if I did this for a living. To me, though, I need the money to put towards my new website venture. So having a buyer, now, instead of waiting around for someone to pay $1500 more for an indefinite amount of time, just isn't worth it. So we are both getting a "deal," depending on how you look at it. Furthermore, having someone force me to finish it will allow me to reap the returns much sooner. If you hadn't told me you wanted the car, I probably wouldn't have finished it until next summer!
I will take some brewskys, though! I'll drink just about anything, love me some craft brews.
Last edited by Benton; 12-10-2010 at 03:53 PM.
12-10-2010, 10:44 AM
#43
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
I'll bring you some Shiner Bock. It's one of my favorites! I'm giving Mark Anderson a call today about that shift ****. So, it'll be going to Paul probably next week. Not sure when he can get that out, but it probably wont take too long.
On a side note, my wife thinks it's funny that there are so many "Marks" in the 928 world. This car used to be owned by Mark Robinson, it's being worked on by Mark Benton and I'm getting parts from Mark Anderson!
On a side note, my wife thinks it's funny that there are so many "Marks" in the 928 world. This car used to be owned by Mark Robinson, it's being worked on by Mark Benton and I'm getting parts from Mark Anderson!
12-10-2010, 01:54 PM
#44
Nordschleife Master
Mark,
I am with you...I HATE to sell stuff that isn't right. If for some reason I can't get it right I always make SURE to disclose it. That way there are NO SURPRISES for anyone! That said, I can't bring myself to sell my cars...well, I guess no one wants to pay for them what I think they are worth anyway! LOL!
Jon, can't wait to see your new baby done and then of course to see it in person! You have to make a road trip back home!
I am with you...I HATE to sell stuff that isn't right. If for some reason I can't get it right I always make SURE to disclose it. That way there are NO SURPRISES for anyone! That said, I can't bring myself to sell my cars...well, I guess no one wants to pay for them what I think they are worth anyway! LOL!
Jon, can't wait to see your new baby done and then of course to see it in person! You have to make a road trip back home!
12-10-2010, 04:16 PM
#45
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Just got off the phone with Tom at 928 INTL, and there is a shift **** on it's way to Paul C. for recovering in Black Alcantara.
Here is the list of other work the car has had done like Mark mentioned. Some of it is probably a repeat of the work Mark has already posted.
New rotors and pads (just installed)
Refinished brake calipers in red (’86.5 S4 calipers)
Replace DS window motor
Install door panels that aren’t warped at the top edge
Install rear quarter panels that aren’t warped
New clutch disks
New rubber intake boots
Standard 8-way power seats will be professionally refinished to look like new, in the process of having this done
MY02 996 18” replica wheels with 235/40R18 and 275/35R18 Yokohamas (here is a picture of a 928 with these wheels, the wheels I have are OEM silver: https://rennlist.com/forums/7303008-post877.html) Rear tires are 70% or so and fronts are 90%.
Used, excellent condition front spoiler (extremely difficult to locate)
Front end alignment
Bleed brakes
It has a Koni suspension setup with Eibach springs—rides so much better than factory 928 suspension and looks much better lowered.
Here is a list of most (there’s more than this even, with records for everything since ~1999) of what has been done to it since 2000 or so, all of these parts are NEW:
MAF sensor
Factory BEHR aluminum radiator
Radiator hoses
Front engine seals (oil pump, front main seal, camshaft seals)
Valve cover gaskets
Clutch master cylinder
Crank position sensor
Clutch hose
Oil cooler hoses
Oil pan gasket
Tie rods
Lower control arm bushings
A/C compressor
A/C Receiver/dryer
A/C control head (over $1000 new)
A/C expansion valve
Left taillight
Rear shift coupler
Shifter ball socks
ABS sensor at one wheel
High pressure PS hose
PS suction hose
Thermostat
Plug wires
Windshield washer fluid pump
Fuel tank sender
Headlight washer fluid pump
Felt window guides
CV boots
Heater control valve
Upper hatch latch
Hatch release motor
Lower hatch latch
DS mirror motor
Ground strap
Lower fan shroud
There is probably a bit more between emails that I am missing, but as you can see, this is going to be one SORTED car.
Here is the list of other work the car has had done like Mark mentioned. Some of it is probably a repeat of the work Mark has already posted.
New rotors and pads (just installed)
Refinished brake calipers in red (’86.5 S4 calipers)
Replace DS window motor
Install door panels that aren’t warped at the top edge
Install rear quarter panels that aren’t warped
New clutch disks
New rubber intake boots
Standard 8-way power seats will be professionally refinished to look like new, in the process of having this done
MY02 996 18” replica wheels with 235/40R18 and 275/35R18 Yokohamas (here is a picture of a 928 with these wheels, the wheels I have are OEM silver: https://rennlist.com/forums/7303008-post877.html) Rear tires are 70% or so and fronts are 90%.
Used, excellent condition front spoiler (extremely difficult to locate)
Front end alignment
Bleed brakes
It has a Koni suspension setup with Eibach springs—rides so much better than factory 928 suspension and looks much better lowered.
Here is a list of most (there’s more than this even, with records for everything since ~1999) of what has been done to it since 2000 or so, all of these parts are NEW:
MAF sensor
Factory BEHR aluminum radiator
Radiator hoses
Front engine seals (oil pump, front main seal, camshaft seals)
Valve cover gaskets
Clutch master cylinder
Crank position sensor
Clutch hose
Oil cooler hoses
Oil pan gasket
Tie rods
Lower control arm bushings
A/C compressor
A/C Receiver/dryer
A/C control head (over $1000 new)
A/C expansion valve
Left taillight
Rear shift coupler
Shifter ball socks
ABS sensor at one wheel
High pressure PS hose
PS suction hose
Thermostat
Plug wires
Windshield washer fluid pump
Fuel tank sender
Headlight washer fluid pump
Felt window guides
CV boots
Heater control valve
Upper hatch latch
Hatch release motor
Lower hatch latch
DS mirror motor
Ground strap
Lower fan shroud
There is probably a bit more between emails that I am missing, but as you can see, this is going to be one SORTED car.